Black Friday orders through Klarna jump nearly 30%

As consumers feel the pinch of inflation, some are turning to installment payment services to stretch their budgets.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 28, 2023

Winners and losers of Black Friday 2023

Data shows consumers turned to mobile to shop, while some analysts lowered their forecast for the season.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 25, 2023

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A look at the 2025 holiday season

From price-conscious shoppers to ever-changing tariffs, retailers have a lot to juggle this holiday season.

By Retail Dive staff

Holiday shoppers to spend an average $875 this season: NRF

While the apparel category has seen mixed results this year, it will be a popular gift choice, according to a new survey. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 21, 2023

Retailers brace for cyberthreat feast ahead of Thanksgiving shopping weekend

A rise in social engineering and generative AI pose increased risks as phishing attacks and ransomware gain speed and grow more sophisticated.

By David Jones • Nov. 21, 2023

What to expect this Black Friday, Cyber Monday

Retail sales and seasonal budgets this year are expected to rise, but consumers anticipate buying fewer gifts with less bang for their buck.

By Dani James • Nov. 21, 2023

Kohl’s touts virtual holiday events

Except for a one-day holiday “Kohl’s Storybook Magic” pop-up in New York City, the retailer is highlighting social media, livestreams and other interactive opportunities online.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 20, 2023

Simon introduces AI-driven holiday shopping tool

The HolidAI Gift Finder experience will roll out at two properties — one in New York and another in California — this season. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 17, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Dr. Martens names CFO and 7-Eleven unveils a holiday collection

The shoe company also announced its first chief brand officer, while the c-store released apparel and merch for the season.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 16, 2023

Shoppers to spend $130B Thanksgiving weekend: ICSC

Consumers expect to find higher prices this holiday season and are conducting research to get the best deals, according to a new survey.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 16, 2023

Poshmark’s Secondhand Sunday returns with live shopping events

The resale platform, which launched the holiday last year, is hosting live events and encouraging shoppers to embrace circular fashion during the season.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 15, 2023

Amazon expands Buy with Prime features in time for the holidays

Prime members can access a live chat, streamlined returns and order tracking when they use Buy with Prime on other brands’ online stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023

Toys R Us to open flagship store in Mall of America

The toy brand, which will open the new location before Thanksgiving, also has a store at American Dream and a national presence inside Macy’s stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023

J. Crew unveils holiday-themed virtual store

Appearing as a snow lodge for women’s apparel and a ski chalet for men’s, the experience includes a scavenger hunt and an AI holiday card generator.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023

Kohl’s and Target went deep into beauty shop-in-shops. How does that impact the holidays?

Three years after inking deals with Sephora and Ulta, both retailers say they’re reaping the benefits. Here’s why the category could give them a boost this season.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 14, 2023

Nearly three-quarters of holiday shoppers plan to buy from small businesses: survey

Independent businesses offer a better customer experience and more unique merchandise than their larger counterparts, a new survey found.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2023

Shein to host holiday pop-up in Forever 21’s Times Square store

Shein’s “Home for the Holidays” in-store experience demonstrates a deepening relationship with another fast-fashion retailer. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2023

How YouTube solutions can meet the holiday shopper mindset and multiply your wins this holiday season

Learn how you make it to the top of the shopper's gift lists this season and hit your year-end targets.

By Emily Hotz • Nov. 13, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s board chair to step down, Athleta debuts experiential fitness series

The department store said Peter Boneparth will retire in May, while the athletics brand is planning events across North America.

By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 10, 2023

Amazon embraces the joy of friendship for global holiday campaign

“Joy is shared” will span over a dozen countries and is anchored by a 60-second hero spot soundtracked by a rendition of The Beatles’ “In My Life.”

By Jessica Hammers • Nov. 10, 2023

Shoppers spent record $76.8B online in October: Adobe

Data shows that consumers are being strategic in managing their holiday budgets and taking advantage of early deals, according to a new report. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 10, 2023

Macy’s introduces early holiday deals

The retailer is running Black Friday events throughout November, and stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 9, 2023

Walmart, Amazon see gains in fulfillment pivots as holidays near

The rival retailers are zeroing in on improved speed and efficiencies with changes to their e-commerce fulfillment strategies. 

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Kelly Stroh • Nov. 9, 2023

Holiday sales forecast to grow between 3% and 4%: NRF

Spending is expected to reach “record levels,” but the growth rate is slower compared to the past three years, according to the organization. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 8, 2023

Amazon rolls out early Black Friday deals

Following a positive quarter, the e-commerce giant is competing with other major retailers for shoppers ahead of the sales event.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 7, 2023

The right stuff: How Build-A-Bear is creating a cuddly (and lucrative) empire

The specialty retailer is landing record sales, enticing adult shoppers and sporting a plethora of store formats. It’s even made a holiday movie.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 7, 2023